Prof. Arinze Christian Agbanusi

Prof. Arinze Christian Agbanusi is a PROFESSOR in PHILOSOPHY Department, Faculty Of Arts in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Prof. Arinze Christian Agbanusi

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Arinze Christian Agbanusi is an Associate Professor in the department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State. He views his lecturing job more as a vocation than a profession.  His  Phd in political philosophy was obtained in 2012 from the Nnamdi Azikiwe University. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and a Master of Arts degree in social and political philosophy - both from the University of PortHacourt. He has a bias in Logic and African Philosophy. He has a diploma in Mass Communication. He attended St Augustine Seminary Ezzamgbo and has a  Latin Certificate from Urban University,  Rome.  He believes in hardwork and honesty in service.

Arinze has a strong Spirit of perseverance which goes for him in sustained academic work.

Above all, he is a strong believer in God and in the power of prayer. His Philosophy of life is that 'what will be will be' (quid Sera Sera). Arinze is a wonderful football joggler (he joggles the football beyond six thousand times non stop).

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Philosophy, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF ARTS
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PHILOSOPHY

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Interest Areas

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2012)
June, 2008 to March, 2012
PhD Political Philosophy
2University Of Port Harcourt. (Master Degree, March, 2002)
September, 1998 to August, 2001
Master Of Arts Social And Political Philosophy
3University Of Port Harcourt. (Bachelor Degree, May, 1997)
September, 1991 to December, 1996
Bachelor Of Arts Philosophy
4Anambra State(Now Federal) Polytechnic, Oko. (OND, June, 1991)
September, 1989 to April, 1991
National Diploma Mass Communication
5St Augustine's Seminary, Ezzamgbo. (GCE, December, 1986)
September, 1979 to June, 1984
GCE Secondary Education
6St Augustine's Seminary, Ezzamgbo. (GCE, June, 1986)
September, 1979 to June, 1984
WAEC O Level Secondary Education
7Inyimagu Central School, Iboko, Ebonyi State. (FSLC, September, 1982)
September, 1972 to June, 1978
First School Laving Certificate Primary Education

Relevant/Working Experience

1Postgraduate Coordinator for the 2017/2018, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2017 to October, 2018
2Postgraduate Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2017 to October, 2018
3Postgraduate Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2015 to September, 2016
4Assistant Postgraduate Coordinator for the Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
November, 2014 to October, 2015
5Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
March, 2005 to Present
6Part Time Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
June, 2002 to June, 2005
7English Teacher, Vision Academy International Secondary School, Oraifite
October, 2001 to February, 2002
8Lecturer, University Of Jos Outreach Campus, Port Harcourt Centre
August, 2000 to July, 2001
9Lecturer, College Of Continuity Education (C.C.E) Uniport
February, 2000 to August, 2001
10English Teacher, Islamic High School Bashorum, Ibadan, Oyo State (NYSC)
June, 1999 to May, 2000
11Tutorial Lecturer of Philosophy and Logic, University Of Port Harcourt
April, 1996 to August, 1998

Creative Output

Books
1Arinze Agbanusi. (2006, ) A Unique Orientation For Students Of Tertiary Institutions , pp 64
Book Chapters
1Arinze Agbanusi. (2013, ) ''Theory Of Syllogisms'' Basic Logic And Philosophy, Ed By Ifechi Ndianefo, Chris Abakare And Arinze Agbanusi Agmasum printers and publishers, Enugu, pp 179-208
2Arinze Agbanusi. (2013, ) ''Introduction To Logic,'' Basic Logic And Philosphy, Ed By Ifechi Ndianefo, Chris Abakare And Arinze Agbanusi Agmasum printers and publishers, Enugu, pp 155-164
3Arinze Agbanusi. (2011, ) ''The Great Need For Philosophy In The Quest For Sustainable Development'' (The Humanitarian And Sustainable Development), Ed By ABC Chiegboka, T.C. Utoh Ezeajugh And M.C Ogene Rex Charles and Patrick Ltd, Nimo, pp 81-88
4Arinze Agbanusi. (2010, ) ''Pragmatism, Globalization And Languages'' (The Humanities And Globalization In The Third Millennium), Ed By A.B.C Chiegboka, T.C Utoh Ezeajugh, And G.I Udechukwu Rex Charles and Patrick Ltd, Nimo, pp 463-467
5Arinze Agbanusi. (2009, ) ''Argument'' Primar On Philosophy And Logic, Ed. By Ike Odimuegwu, Ifechi Ndianefo And Arinze Agbanusi School of General Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, pp 132-140
6Arinze Agbanusi. (2009, ) ''Branches Of Philosophy'' Primar On Philosophy And Logic, Ed By Ike Odimegwu, Ifechi Ndianefo And Arinze Agbanusi School of General Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, pp 8-18
7Arinze Agbanusi. (2009, ) ''Democracy And Religion - A Vital Link'' The Humanities And Nigeria's Democratic Experience, Ed .by A.B.C Chiegboka, C. E, Nwadigwe And E.C. Umezinwa Rex Charles and Patrick Ltd, Nimo, pp 276-283
8Arinze Agbanusi. (2009, ) ''Language As An Instrument Of Motivation And Mobilization''' African Literature And Development In The Twenty-first Century, Proceedings Of Ezenwa Ohaeto International Memorial Conference, Ed . By Joy Eyisi , IKe Odimegwu And Ngozi Ezenwa-Ohaeto Living Flames Resources, Owerri, pp 277-285
9Arinze Agbanusi. (2009, ) ''The Influence Of Western Modernism On African Communalism'', Humanities For Tertiary Institutions, Ed. By Ify Emejulu And Chukwuemenem Umezinwa School of General Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, pp 96-104
10Arinze Agbanusi and Sam Okeke. (2009, ) ''A Study Of Nigerian History And Culture In Pre-colonial Times'' Themes In Nigerian Peoples And Culture, Ed By Nkechi Okediadi, Oliver Uche And Samuel Okeke John and Jacobs Classic Publishers Ltd, Enugu, pp 1-15
11Arinze Agbanusi. (2008, ) ''Democracy And The Rule Of Law'', Nigerian Democracy And Global Democracy- Proceedings Of The 2007 UNESCO World Philosophy Day At Unizik, Ed By Ike Odimegwu Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Vol. 3, pp 298-309
12Arinze Agbanusi. (2008, ) ''History Of Philosophy Contemporary Period, Logic And Philosophy , Fundamentals, Ed . By Ik Ogugua Penmark Publishers, Awka, pp 92-103
13Arinze Agbanusi. (2008, ) ''Fallacies Of Ambiguity'': Logic And Philosophy, Fundamentals, Ed. By Ik Ogugua Penmark Publishers, Awka, pp 228-239
14Arinze Agbanusi. (2007, ) ''Philosophy, Democracy And African Development'', Philosophy Democracy And Conflicts In Africa, Ed. By Ike Odimegwu Et Al FAB Educational Book, Awka, Vol. 2, pp 131-137
15Arinze Agbanusi. (2006, ) ''Human Rights And The Nigerian Police'', Readings In Nigerian Peoples And Culture, Ed By Ngozi Orjiakor Et Al NGIB Publishers, Enugu, pp 180-186
16Arinze Agbanusi. (2006, ) ''The United Nations Organization'', Humanities And The Changing World Ed. By Ify .H. Emejulu Agmasum Publishers, Enugu, pp 249-252
17Arinze Agbanusi. (2006, ) '' Human Rights'', Humanities And The Changing World, Ed. By Ify H. Emejulu Agmasum Publishers, Enugu, pp 85-104
18Arinze Agbanusi. (2006, ) ''The Impact Of Westernism On Nigerian Culture'', Readings In Nigerian Peoples And Culture, Ed. By Ngozi Orjiakor Et Al NGIB Publishers, pp 114-125
19Arinze Agbanusi. (2005, ) ''Test For The Validity Of Argument-Forms'', Ground Work Of Logic And Philosophy Ed. By Aghamelu F.C Penmark Publishers, Awka, pp 218-230
20Arinze Agbanusi. (2005, ) ''Symbolic Logic'' Ground Work Logic And Philosophy Ed. By Aghamelu FC Penmark Publishers, Awka, pp 195- 202
21Arinze Agbanusi. (2005, ) ''Validity Of Categorical Syllogisms'' Ground Work Of Logic And Philosophy, Ed. By Aghamelu F.C Penmark Publishers, Awka, pp 158-168
22Arinze Agbanusi. (2004, ) ''Democracy And The Use Of State Power'', Understanding Social Science, Ed, By Nelson Oranye And Nnonyelu Oktek Publishers,Enugu, pp 141-151
Journal Articles
1Arinze Agbanusi. (2021, August), "A Review of Kwame Nkrumah's Consciencism", Igirigi: A Journal of African Studies (Maiden Edition), Vol. 1, (Issue 1)
2Arinze Agbanusi. (2021, August), "Empiricism and John Locke's Epistemological Inconsistency", Igirigi: A Journal of African Studies (Maiden Edition), Vol. 1, (Issue 1)
3Arinze Agbanusi. (2021, September), "Philosophy of the State and Power-shift in Nigeria: A historical discourse", Socialscientia Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 6, (Issue 3)
4Arinze Agbanusi. (2021, September), "Nigerian Economy, Leadership Factor and National Development: A Hermeneutical Study", Socialscientia Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 6, (Issue 3)
5Arinze Agbanusi. (2018, ), "''Igbo Language As A Crucial Instrument For Nigerian National Development'' Nnadiebube Journal Of Philosophy", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2
6Arinze Agbanusi and Basil Sunday Nnamdi. (2018, January), "''Philosophy As A Veritable Tool For Peace Building'', An International Journal Of Arts And Humanities,", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7
7Arinze Agbanusi and Basil Sunday Nnamdi. (2018, January), "''Conflict Of Cultures And The Need To Check Negative Cultural Dynamism In Nigeria'', African Research Review: An International Multi-disciplinary Journal, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia,", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 12
8Arinze Agbanusi. (2018, ), "''Legacies Of The Foremost Of African Nationalism'', MGBAKOIGBA", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7
9Arinze Agbanusi. (2018, ), "''Individual Development As The Bedrock Of National Develpment'', MGBAKOIGBA,", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7
10Arinze Agbanusi and Basil Sunday Nnamdi. (2018, July), "''Democracy And Development: Is To Democratize The Same As To Develop?'', An International Journal Of Arts And Humanities,", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7
11Arinze Agbanusi. (2018, ), "''An Overview Of Political Leadership In Africa'', Nnadiebube Journal Of Philosophy", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2
12Arinze Agbanusi. (2017, July), "''How Colonialism Underdeveloped Nigerian Indigenous Languages'' MGBAKOIGBA Journal Of African Studies", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7
13Arinze Agbanusi and Basil Sunday Nnamdi. (2017, December), "''Lack Of National Creed And The Deficiency Of True National Spirit In Nigeria: A Case Nation Without Nationalism'', ASUU Journal And Humanities:", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4
14Arinze Agbanusi. (2016, June), "''Witchcraft In West African Belief System - Medical And Social Dimensions'' Mgbakoigba", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5
15Arinze Agbanusi. (2016, ), "''Revisiting The Seeming Unanimous Verdict On The Great Debate On African Philosophy'' Journal Of African Research And Review", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 10
16Arinze Agbanusi. (2015, September), "''The Scientific Import Of Symbols In Human Knowledge'', Journal Of African Research And Review", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 9
17Arinze Agbanusi. (2015, September), "''The Relationship Between Philosophy And Culture'' An International Journal Of Arts And Humanities", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4
18Arinze Agbanusi. (2015, May), "''Unjust Law As A Justification For Civil Disobedience'' Mgbakoigba Journal Of African Studies", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4
Other Relevant Publications
1Arinze Agbanusi. "Ed. MGBAKOIGBA Journal Of African Studies", (Others, 2017 July)
2Arinze Agbanusi. "Basic Logic And Philosophy", (Others, 2013 )
3Arinze Agbanusi. "Primar On Philosophy And Logic", (Others, 2009 )

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"The positivity of Machiavelli's Political Philosophy: A Philosophical Analysis" (2017). Completed Masters project by Augustine Omosa Obazee (2015086051)
2"Herbert Blumer's Concept of Collective Behaviour: A Critical Study" (2017). Completed Masters project by Offiaukwu, Luke Chibuike (2015086051F)
3"Rationalist and Empiricist Dichotomy vis-a-vis the Philosophy of Complementary Reflection in Asoubu" (2021). Completed Masters project by Nwafor Anthony Chukwuemeka
4"The Concept of Violence in Frantz Fanon's Philosophy and the Niger Delta Crises" (2018). Completed Masters project by Mildred Sochukwu Ifeonukwusi (2015086065F)
5"Herbert Blumer's Concept of Collective Behaviour: A Critical Study" (2018). Completed Masters project by Offiaukwu Chibuike Luke (2015086051F)
6"The Implications of John Locke's Theory of Knowledge to the Contemporary Scientific World" (2018). Completed Masters project by Okigbo Ferdinand Chukwunwike (2015086062F)
Editorships
1Editor, "Nnamdi Azikiwe Journal of Philosophy" (May, 2021)
2Editor, "Mgbakoigba: Journal of African Studies" (July, 2017)
Examinerships
1Chief Examiner, "Undergraduate Project Examination" (June, 2017). Completed External Exam
Contributions to the University/Society
1Vice Chairman, "Academic Staff Union of Universities" (July, 2018 to July, 2021)
2Vice Chairman, "Academic Staff Union of Universities" (July, 2012)

Relevant Events Attended

Other Events
1"24th International Society For African Philosophy And Studies (ISAPS) Conference (Paper Presented; Europe And America As Primary Architects And Minimal Victims Of Migration By Africans)", (University of Cape Coast, Ghana), 25th July, 2018 to 26th July, 2018; University of Cape Coast, Ghana,
2"Faculty Of Arts 2018 International Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th May, 2018 to 19th May, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe UNiversity, Awka
3"Researchers' Workshop", (Philosophers Association of Nigeria (PAN)), 13th May, 2018 to 16th May, 2018; University of Lagos
4"Hermeneutics Of African Proverbs And Wise Sayings In The Contemporary African Philosophy'',", (African Philosophy World Conference), 12th October, 2017 to 14th October, 2017; University of Calabar
5"The State Of African Philosophy In Africa Today", (University of Calabar, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka and University of Witwatersrand), 12th October, 2017 to 14th October, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
6"15th International Conference Of The Igbo Studies Association (ISA)", (Igbo Studies Association), 8th June, 2017 to 10th June, 2017; GreatWood Hotels Owerri, Imo State
7"Nnamdi Azikiwe 2016 Postgraduate Research Workshop: Train The Trainers", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, School of Postgraduate Studies), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
8"Train The Trainer", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University School of Postgraduate Studies), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
9"Certificate Of Appreciation For Winning The Silver Medal In The Table Tennis Competition Of Unizik Staff Games 2016", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 6th October, 2016 to 31st October, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
10"UNESCO World Philosophy Day ( Building Peace In The Minds Of Men And Women)", (Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka in Collaboration with the Society For the Develpment of African Pilosophy, Science and Technology, (SODAPSAT) Nigeria), 19th November, 2015 to 20th November, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
11"2015 African Philosophy World Conference With The Theme: AFRICAN PHILOSOPHY- Past, Present And Future, (Paper Presented; Revisiting The Seeming Unanimous Verdict On The Great Debate On African Philosophy", (University of Witts, South Africa), 9th September, 2015 to 11th September, 2015; University of Witts, South Africa
12"Workshop On Writing Grant Oriented Proposals And Research Management", (Ekwueme Centre for Multidisciplinary Research (ECMR) in collaboration with Centre foe Health and Allied Legal and Demographical Development Research and Training (CHALADDRAT), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 26th May, 2015 to 27th May, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
13"19th Annual Conference Of The International Society For African Philosophy (ISAP)", (Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 27th May, 2013 to 29th May, 2013; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
14"ISAPS 19th International Conference, International Society For African Philosophy And Studies", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 26th May, 2013 to 29th May, 2013; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
15"10th Edition Of Nigerian Universities Staff Sports Association(LUSSA) Games", (Nigerian University Staff Sports Association (LUSSA)), 1st December, 2011 to 10th December, 2011; Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Kano, Kano State
16"10th Edition Of NUSSA Games", (Nigerian Universities Staff Sports Association (NUSSA) Games), 1st December, 2011 to 10th December, 2011; University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Kano State
17"Unizik Staff Games/Recreation(Cross Country Race - Male)", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 6th October, 2011 to 5th November, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
18"Unizik Staff Games/Recreation (Volleyball - Male)", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 6th October, 2011 to 5th November, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
19"Unizik Staff Games/ Recreation (Soccer-Male)", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 6th October, 2011 to 4th November, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
20"Language As An Instrument Of Motivation And Mobilization", (Ezenwa Ohaeto Memorial Conference), 28th August, 2007 to 28th August, 2007; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
21"UNESCO World Philosophy Day (Democracy And The Rule Of Law)", (Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 28th August, 2007 to 28th August, 2007; Nnamdi Azikiwe UNiversity, Awka
22"UNESCO World Philosophy Day(Philosophy, Democracy And African Development)", (Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 28th August, 2006 to 28th August, 2006; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka